'He is special' - Arda Turan sees bright future for AZ star Kees Smit as Real Madrid & Barcelona target stands out in defeat to Shakhtar
Arda Turan's Praise for Kees Smit
Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan has heaped praise on AZ Alkmaar sensation Kees Smit, labelling the midfielder a "special" talent destined for the very top of the game.
Impressive Performance Despite Defeat
Despite his side securing a 3-0 victory in the Conference League quarter-finals, the Turkish manager was left awestruck by the youngster's ability to dictate the tempo of the match against his team.
- Kees Smit is 20 years old.
- Shakhtar Donetsk won the match 3-0.
"He is special" - Arda Turan on Kees Smit
Turan's Admiration for Smit
Following Shakhtar's convincing win over AZ, Turan sought out Smit for a private conversation on the pitch, a gesture that underlined his admiration for the 20-year-old.
